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Benefits of Imam Naasir as-Si’dee’s explanation of these verses: “Whoever’s obedience to Allah and His Messenger decreases, that is due to a deficiency in his faith. And since faith is of two levels — 1. Complete faith that leads to praise, commendation, and total success, and 2. Lesser faith below that level — Allah then mentioned the complete faith by saying: “Indeed, the believers…” The definite article “al-” (الـ) in “al-mu’minūn” is for comprehensiveness, meaning: those who fulfill all aspects of faith. “…are those who, when Allah is mentioned, their hearts tremble…” That is, they fear and revere Him, and this fear leads them to refrain from committing sins. The greatest sign of fearing Allah is that it prevents a person from disobedience. “…and when His verses are recited to them, it increases them in faith.” This is because they listen attentively and present their hearts for reflection. As a result, their faith increases — because reflection is an act of the heart. Also, the recitation may: • clarify a meaning they were unaware of, • remind them of something they had forgotten, • stir within them a desire for goodness and longing for the honor of their Lord, • or cause fear of punishment and deter them from sin. All of this contributes to an increase in faith. “…and upon their Lord they rely.” Meaning: they place their full trust in Allah alone, with no partner. They depend in their hearts on their Lord to bring about their benefits and to protect them from harm in both their religious and worldly affairs. They are confident that Allah will carry this out for them. Tawakkul (reliance on Allah) is what drives all deeds — no act can exist or be complete without it.
